Week 14

Representational


This image is of a peacock sitting on a tree limb. It is a representational window. Representational windows are those in which the design seeks to imitate, or represent, nature. You place this image in a widow and it looks as if you are looking out at the trees and there is a peacock in one of the trees.



Abstract


The book shelf is a traditional piece of furniture that is stretched, curved, and stacked. It is considered abstract since it doesn't resemble typical furniture. Most furniture is composed of straight lines and/or circular shapes. This book shelf is warped and looks like it doesn't belong in this reality.



Symbolic



This building looks like a birds nest. Any one, from any country can tell what this stadium resembles. It appears to have twisting or intertwined pieces similar to how a birds nest. Just like a birds nest cradles its eggs and keeps them warm and safe, the stadium will hold all of the occupants.

Week 13: Visual Techniques

Transparency & Asymmetry


Symmetry, Randomness, Complexity



These images achieve balance in two ways: asymmetrically and symmetrically. The image on the left displays a butterfly in the right hand corner while the image on the right displays the bottle in the center.

The image on the left also displays transparency because the background can be seen through the butterfly.

The image on the right uses a random technique. The background shows a planned disorganization. It also displays complexity since it is comprised of many elemental units.

In my opinion, both images are opposites. The image on the left could be considered subtle next to the image on the right, which is bold and achieves optimum visibility.